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HIGH · 7.8

CVE-2025-20796

In imgsys, there is a possible out of bounds write due to improper input validation. This could lead to local escalation of privilege if a malicious actor has already obtained the System privilege. Us...

Vulnerability Description

In imgsys, there is a possible out of bounds write due to improper input validation. This could lead to local escalation of privilege if a malicious actor has already obtained the System privilege. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS10314745; Issue ID: MSV-5553.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
GoogleAndroid15.0
MediatekMt6989-
MediatekMt8796-
MediatekMt8893-

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-1285

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2025-20796?

CVE-2025-20796 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In imgsys, there is a possible out of bounds write due to improper input validation. This could lead to local escalation of privilege if a malicious actor has already obtained the System privilege. Us...

How severe is CVE-2025-20796?

CVE-2025-20796 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2025-20796?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android, Mediatek Mt6989, Mediatek Mt8796, Mediatek Mt8893.